What is the cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Forfar?

The cheapest way to get from Aviemore to Forfar is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aviemore to Forfar?

The fastest way to get from Aviemore to Forfar is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aviemore and Forfar?

No, there is no direct bus from Aviemore station to Forfar. However, there are services departing from Station and arriving at Forfar via Kinross Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Aviemore to Forfar?

The distance between Aviemore and Forfar is 118 miles. The road distance is 98.6 miles.

How do I travel from Aviemore to Forfar without a car?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Forfar without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £30 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Aviemore to Forfar?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Aviemore to Forfar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aviemore to Forfar bus from?

Aviemore to Forfar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Station.

Train or bus from Aviemore to Forfar?

The best way to get from Aviemore to Forfar is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Aviemore to Forfar bus arrive?

Aviemore to Forfar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Park and Ride station.

Can I drive from Aviemore to Forfar?

Yes, the driving distance between Aviemore to Forfar is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Aviemore to Forfar.

Where can I stay near Forfar?

There are 534+ hotels available in Forfar.

Aviemore to Forfar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aviemore to Forfar by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 33m
£32–88
Drive 98 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aviemore to Forfarcar 98 mi
1h 57m
£24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aviemore to Perthtrain Inverness - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the bus from South Street to Bus Stationbus 16 / ...
4h 15m
£25–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Station to Park and Ridebus M90
2. Take the bus from Kinross Park and Ride to Forfarbus Ember
4h 21m
£24–34

Aviemore to Forfar by train and bus

84Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.9 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Aviemore, Scotland and Forfar, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aviemore to Perth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station to Forfar via Kinross Park and Ride in around 4h 21m.

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